What most people don't know, even those who have panic attacks or anxiety, is that over 40 million adults in the United States suffer from anxiety and panic disorders. Leigh Weingus, a contributor writer for the Huffington Post, pulled some quotes from 7 celebrities who have suffered from panic attacks.

Some of the celebrities include Amanda Seyfried, John Mayer and Emma Stone who have experienced what seems to feel like they are having a heart attack. For those who are suffering from anxiety or panic disorder it is important to know that you are not alone, and that many others feel the same way you do on a daily basis.

To read what these celebrities said about their experience with panic attacks, click here.

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